Life in the United States from am Apple Geeking Nurse in the Vally

Apple announced their  iPad mini and New Gen iPad 4 which leads to countless hours of research, investigating preferences and the sorting of pundits that you feel you can trust. Much reviews and personal opinions later, the iPad Mini became my own.   I have a few amateur insights to this little apple jewel and some comparisons to my iPad3. 

At first glance, I thought, how cute!  I picked it up, flipping it in my hands, and fell deeply in love. Thinner and lighter is great for me. It will fit in the side pocket of my scrubs at work, always within reach for reference. It had adequate processing for the apps that I use the most, and the screen albeit missing retina, is fine. If you are a retina snob, move along. 

After comparing the screen with my 3rd gen, I realized I never really raved over the retina on my 3. It was a simple case of form and function for me. I would carry the iPad when I didn't feel like packing up the Mac Air. It was more compact and slid into my bag nicely. 

The mini is a game changer. It fits in a pocket, the jacket, a purse, and has great battery life. One handed use is a bonus and two thumb typing is a breeze. 

Tomorrow it goes on a road trip. Time to try with a keyboard in a coffee shop,while eating and creating. 

*sigh*

Last night was my last shift at the Prince for awhile. (You know all roads eventually lead back to Cheverly). I faciliated emotions between relief, release, joy, sadness, tears, and a few others I can't remember. I guess you take for granted that the ones you love are always going to be within reach.

Tonight, I head to Bowie for an 8 hr. shift. I used to joke that old PG nurses never die, they just schlep over to Bowie and rock it out. It'll be nice to do my final shift there and see some of the folks.

I think Jade is starting to figure out that some things are changing. Her neurosis is kicking in. She's heading to the vet Friday for her 'doggy prozac'. I hate to leave the guys with a depressed dog, lol.

Tomorrow I'm spending the day at GW to finalize the endless paperwork process. Most importantly, I'm setting up my direct deposit so I can get PAID!

So, on that note, type to you all soon!

Blogging and Dedication

When I first heard about blogging, I thought, "Who would want to spend every day posting their thoughts knowing that no one is going to read it anyhow?"  Then suddenly, it dawned on me.  Blogging is not only sharing information, it's cathartic.  The medium allows a person to take the words and thoughts out of the head, clearing the clutter that accumulates just from living life as we all know it.

Today started as another typical Valley winter day, overcast skies, potential for snow, and a nurse that was entirely too tired after yet another 12 hour shift.  Sleep was the priority that was rewarded with sunshine by the time my eyes opened.  Dazed and cold, coffee became the instant priority.

Now that the brain is more clear, my thoughts flow back to the past few days of dealing with patients and co-workers alike.  Attempting to understand and simplify the motivations of our fellow humans continues to elude me.  More on that later.